dupere11497
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Obviously! But I would stand by that statement on any other modeler forum because I tried them all, and I mean all of them!!Well... clearly, we are on the FAS forum...
Obviously! But I would stand by that statement on any other modeler forum because I tried them all, and I mean all of them!!Well... clearly, we are on the FAS forum...
I appreciate the suggestion. I haven't done this. Thought about it and decided not to [let me know if this is faulty logic] because I'm pretty much a one sound guy so bypassing a real 2204 preamp for a model of one didn't make sense. If I was using two or more amps, I could see it. However, is there some value in this in terms up settings on the Amplifire? The biggest complaint I have with the Amplifire is feel...it's really stiff compared to my amp. Beyond that, I was not happy with the tone I was getting through the CLR but I'd guess there's some matter of eq that can eventually solve that. The main idea behind modeling for me is to reduce the size of my rig. That's why--if amp modeling would not feel and sound right my next choice would be my amp with a reactive load and cab sims/IRs.Have you try to put the Amplifire in the return loop of one of your amp? This way, you bypass your amp preamp and use the amplifire preamp. Be sure to turn cab sim off with this scenario. This is the best way to compare both IMHO.
And those hint at the other advantages I'm looking for:Just keep in mind that most of the modelers are great silent recording solutions. You don't need to crank an amp in another room, find the perfect spot for miking etc.
You probably don't like the sound of the CLR because you are use to the in the room sound of your amp! You are not use to FRFR sound. Don't expect to get this in the room feel and sound out of any FRFR system, it won't happens no matter how good your system is. I would still suggest you try tour amplifire in the return of your amp! This way you can evaluate the authencity of the tone and feel you get from the device vs your amp! If it's close enough, then you know it's not the amplifire the problem but the way you use it!I appreciate the suggestion. I haven't done this. Thought about it and decided not to [let me know if this is faulty logic] because I'm pretty much a one sound guy so bypassing a real 2204 preamp for a model of one didn't make sense. If I was using two or more amps, I could see it. However, is there some value in this in terms up settings on the Amplifire? The biggest complaint I have with the Amplifire is feel...it's really stiff compared to my amp. Beyond that, I was not happy with the tone I was getting through the CLR but I'd guess there's some matter of eq that can eventually solve that. The main idea behind modeling for me is to reduce the size of my rig. That's why--if amp modeling would not feel and sound right my next choice would be my amp with a reactive load and cab sims/IRs.
And those hint at the other advantages I'm looking for:
- consistent tone going to FOH and
- ability to practice in headphones (I haven't gotten into home recording yet, but gig with two bands)
Gotcha. I will try that then. Thanks for your help. I do think that the CLR (and especially my lack of experience with modeling and FRFR) is part of the problem. It sounded harsh in front of the speaker but off axis it was pretty good. I had decent experiences with my HD500, however that was in IEMs, so not apples and apples.Also, keep in mind that you're probably VERY used to the feel of your 2204. The AmpliFIRE will never feel exactly like your 2204, just like a Fender Twin or Mesa DualRec will feel completely different.
I think @dupere11497's suggestion to try the return of your 2204 is still a valid one. If you get your "feel" back, that will tell you how much the power amp is contributing to the equation for you and help you make informed choices going forward.
With a little help from benvigil, I now understand your point. Thanks! I will check it out!You probably don't like the sound of the CLR because you are use to the in the room sound of your amp! You are not use to FRFR sound. Don't expect to get this in the room feel and sound out of any FRFR system, it won't happens no matter how good your system is. I would still suggest you try tour amplifire in the return of your amp! This way you can evaluate the authencity of the tone and feel you get from the device vs your amp! If it's close enough, then you know it's not the amplifire the problem but the way you use it!
Love my Tim overdrive. My boards have bounced back and forth between analog and digital and lots of pedals have come and gone, but this one has stayed...since 2004. Trying to tweak a sound-alike on my FX-8 but there's something about the mids I can't exactly mimic.Mine currently:
Agree! Had a FX-8 and eventually sold it as I couldn't get a good edge of break-up sound of it. My Tim pedal does that marvellously. I'm expecting to be able to get a more realistic tone now that I can use amp sim instead.Love my Tim overdrive. My boards have bounced back and forth between analog and digital and lots of pedals have come and gone, but this one has stayed...since 2004. Trying to tweak a sound-alike on my FX-8 but there's something about the mids I can't exactly mimic.